[ref. k422217] Head Chef/Store Manager - New Plymouth
New Plymouth
Job Opening: Head Chef/Store Manager– Japanese Cuisine**
**Type:** Permanent, Full-time
**Pay:** Starting at $25 per hour, depending on experience
**Hours:** 30 guaranteed per week, potential for up to 50 hours
**Schedule:** Typically 5 days a week, possibly 6 during busy periods
Submit a cover letter and CV explaining your interest and how you can contribute. Include your residency status in New Zealand (work visa, PR, citizen).
Head Chef/ Store Manager (one role) required to oversee the day-to-day operation of our Japanese food outlet.
**Location:** New Plymouth CBD**Type:** Permanent, Full-time
**Pay:** Starting at $25 per hour, depending on experience
**Hours:** 30 guaranteed per week, potential for up to 50 hours
**Schedule:** Typically 5 days a week, possibly 6 during busy periods
**Availability:** Must work weekends and public holidays as needed
**Responsibilities:**- Prepare and cook Japanese dishes to meet high standards.
- Accommodate customer dietary needs (e.g., allergies, vegan).
- Ensure dishes are flavorful and well-presented.
- Communicate with suppliers and manage orders to reduce waste.
- Oversee stock management and proper rotation.
- Assist in hiring by reviewing candidates.
- Contribute menu ideas and pricing based on costs.
- Adhere to hygiene standards and maintain documentation.
- Check quality, quantity, and temperature of dishes before service.
- Teach junior chefs cooking and storage techniques.
- Help resolve customer issues as part of the team.
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
- Oversee and train FOH Staff
- At least 3 years of culinary experience, with 1 year in Japanese cuisine.
- Ability to work well in a multicultural team.
- Capacity to handle pressure.
- Strong English and Japanese communication skills.
- Must work weekends and public holidays.
- Integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to a long-term role.
Submit a cover letter and CV explaining your interest and how you can contribute. Include your residency status in New Zealand (work visa, PR, citizen).
takasagonewplymouth@gmail.com
*Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*
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